Elijah Odetokun

Education: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2014-2020) London School of Journalism (2023-2024) Foundation for Investigative Journalism (2020) AIPS (2021) Reuters (2021) Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Daily Times Nigeria (2020) OmaSports (2020-2021) El Futbolero (2021) Sports Brief (2022-2024) Legit (2024 - present)

Awards: Sports Brief Rookie of the Year 2023. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has six years of working experience and holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and a Diploma in Freelance and Sports Writing from the London School of Journalism. He has covered major Super Eagles games, including FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Email: elijah.odetokun@corp.legit.ng.

3202 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Lionel Messi: Why Argentina can't retire number 10 after his international retirement

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Lamine Yamal pays tribute to Lionel Messi after his retirement from international football

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2026 Ballon d'Or: La Liga President names Barcelona star as deserved winner

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15 days ago

Enzo Fernandez explains why he chose Kevin de Bruyne’s number at Manchester City

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Monaco sporting director explains why Lamine Camara to Chelsea collapsed on deadline day

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15 days ago

Supercomputer predicts 2026/27 Premier League winner after close of transfer window

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15 days ago

Enzo Fernandez sends message to Chelsea fans after £125m British record move to Man City

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15 days ago

Enzo Fernandez completes a record £125 million transfer from Chelsea to Manchester City, amid a tumultuous farewell and an appeal to fans for understanding.

Top 10 most expensive Premier League transfers after Man City signed Enzo Fernandez for £125m

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16 days ago

Manchester City finalises a £125 million deal for Enzo Fernandez, matching the British record, marking his second £100 million+ transfer in Premier League history.

Chelsea exploit key loophole to sign Nigeria-eligible Honest Ahanor from Atalanta

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16 days ago

Chelsea has confirmed the signing of 18-year-old defender Honest Ahanor from Atalanta, who will play on loan at Crystal Palace until 2027 in a £40 million deal.

Ifeanyi Udeze slams Obafemi Martins over Seyi Tinubu NFF President suggestion

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16 days ago

Ifeanyi Udeze slams Obafemi Martins for proposing Seyi Tinubu as NFF president, advocating instead for Seyi Olofinjana amid Nigerian football's leadership crisis.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino pays tribute to Lionel Messi after international retirement

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16 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino pays tribute to Lionel Messi following his retirement from international football, reflecting on his remarkable World Cup legacy.

Lionel Messi’s mum breaks silence after his retirement from Argentina national team

Football

16 days ago

Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football. His mother, Celia, shares the family's emotional response to this significant decision.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal’s narrow win over Aston Villa

Football

17 days ago

Arsenal maintained a perfect Premier League start with a 1-0 win over Aston Villa, as Bukayo Saka's goal boosts title chances per Opta's supercomputer.

Mikel Arteta reacts after Bukayo Saka helped Arsenal beat Aston Villa

Football

17 days ago

Mikel Arteta was delighted after Arsenal maintained their perfect Premier League record with a 1-0 win at Aston Villa, thanks to Bukayo Saka's goal amid VAR drama.

Updated 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings after France Football confirms date for nominees release

Football

17 days ago

France Football will unveil the 30-nominee shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or on September 8, following a performance assessment closing on July 31.

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